Controller

Jobot; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Great Culture

Work Life Balance

Job summary

Jobot seeks a skilled Controller to lead our Accounting + Finance team onsite in Norwood, MA. You will drive financial planning, budgeting, and cost control, ensuring GAAP compliance and timely reporting.

The role oversees the accounting team, manages cash flow and forecasting, and partners with leadership to align finances with strategy. Requires 5+ years at a senior level, CPA/MBA preferred, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• CPA or CPA candidate with MBA preferred.
• 5+ years in a senior-level finance or accounting role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts, ledgers, and reporting ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Maintain internal controls and coordinate audits.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and reporting with minimum cash thresholds.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organization

Presentation to non-financial audience

Integrity and dependability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Master's degree or CPA desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting software

Job description

Controller - Onsite

Job details:

Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 per year

Jobot Job is hosted by: Scott Dennis

A bit about us

We are seeking a highly-skilled and experienced Controller to join our dynamic Accounting + Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to take the helm of our financial operations, driving our financial planning, budget management, and cost management in alignment with our company’s strategic objectives. In this role, you will be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of financial information, managing our accounting team, and ensuring our company adheres to all regulatory and statutory requirements.

Why join us

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Bonus opportunities
• Great Culture
• Work Life Balance

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain internal control safeguards and coordinate all audit activities.
• Manage cash flow and forecasting. Develop a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.
• Optimize the handling of banking relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash positions.
• Oversee budgeting and the implementation of budgets so as to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally.
• Manage and track the performance of invested assets in keeping with policies and investment guidelines.
• Lead and coach the accounting team to ensure understanding of and adherence to all financial regulations and procedures.
• Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and loss by division, forecast vs. budget by division and weekly cash flow by division.
• Report on financial performance and prepare for regular leadership reviews.
• Monitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. A Master's degree or CPA is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software; proficiency in accounting software and experience with a software system implementation is a plus.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present financial data to a non-financial audience.
• Proven experience in financial project management and ability to manage, guide, and lead employees to ensure appropriate financial processes are being used.

If you are passionate about financial management and want to make a significant impact on company success, we would love to hear from you. Join us to embark on a rewarding and challenging journey in the Accounting + Finance industry.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.